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Nature connects us. Stories bring that connection to life.

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Rethink Outside helps funders and partners share a more powerful story about how nature and time outside strengthens our communities.

We develop, test, and share narrative frameworks and stories that bring new partners to the table and grow the movement for equitable access to the outdoors.

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Narrative in Action

Reclaiming Rights, Land, and a Way of Life

Day by day, Indigenous Regeneration works to reconnect people to each other and the world around them.

Breaking Down Barriers

Through Rippleffect, students experience the power of the outdoors.

Their Ancestors’ Wildest Dream: A Weekend with Camping to Connect

Camping to Connect brings young Black and Brown teens outside to the “Wood Hood” for mentorship and community.

The Healing, Transformative, and Rehabilitative Effects of Nature via Gardening

Written by a formerly incarcerated man, this story highlights the healing, transformation, and freedom ignited by nature.

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Strengthens its Community

A treasured neighborhood green space connects people to the outdoors and each other.

Thanks to our sponsors for financially supporting Rethink Outside

Rethink Outside photos courtesy of Big City Mountaineers, Children & Nature Network, Education Outside, Life Lab, Lincoln Park Zoo, NatureBridge, National Park Service, National Park Trust, Ocean Discovery Institute, Pie Ranch, Tiny Trees, and YES. Website by Weirdesign.com.